Bangladesh’s foreign exchange reserves saw an increase in February, providing a positive economic outlook. The rise in reserves comes amid ongoing efforts to stabilize the country’s financial sector through strategic policy adjustments. Analysts suggest that effective monetary policies and remittance inflows contributed to the growth.

Senior leaders of the AB Party met with French Ambassador to Bangladesh, Marie Masdupuy, on Sunday afternoon. Led by party chairman Mojibur Rahman Manju, the meeting focused on the party’s vision for a new generation of politics, policy-driven governance, and solutions for public welfare. When asked about the party's stance on women’s empowerment in Bangladesh, Nasrin Sultana Mili informed the ambassador that the AB Party had recently held a press briefing on the issue and submitted proposals to the Women’s Reform Commission.

Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal, Mohammad Tazul Islam, warned on Sunday that anyone attempting to undermine the judicial process with false information will face strict legal action. He cited misinformation regarding the hearing of Jamaat leader ATM Azharul Islam, which led to a national newspaper publishing a correction. He expressed hope that the matter would be resolved but added that criminal activities across the country had been orchestrated under the direct orders of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

On Sunday night, a 19-year-old armed mugger named Shanto was caught and beaten by locals in Mohammadpur before being handed over to the police. A sharp weapon was recovered from him, while his two accomplices managed to escape. Authorities confirmed that Shanto is a known criminal from the Dhaka Uddan area. He was given first aid at a hospital before being taken into custody by the Mohammadpur police.

A committee formed by the Ministry of Shipping has recommended shutting down four land ports with India due to operational inefficiencies. The ports include Chilahati in Nilphamari, Daulatganj in Chuadanga, Tegamukh in Rangamati, and Balla in Habiganj. Three of these ports lack infrastructure, while the Balla port has infrastructure on the Bangladeshi side but lacks development on the Indian side, preventing full operation. The committee has also suggested conditional operation for four other land ports.

A brazen daylight robbery took place on a passenger bus in Savar's Bank Town area on Sunday afternoon. Five robbers, disguised as passengers, brandished sharp weapons and looted cash, mobile phones, and jewelry from travelers. The robbers fled after stopping the bus at Bank Town, leaving seven passengers injured. A witness described the robbery as occurring in a cinematic fashion within 5–7 minutes. Despite passengers urging the driver to stop in Hemayetpur, he continued driving towards Gulistan. Authorities were alerted with the bus's registration number, and police teams are working to apprehend the culprits.

In Patuakhali, students have initiated a one-taka iftar market throughout Ramadan to support the poor and working-class people. The initiative, run by 'Amra Kalapara Basi,' offers iftar packs containing puffed rice, chickpeas, onion fritters, potato chops, eggplants, and jilapi, providing sufficient food for fasting individuals. The initiative has been well received by the low-income population, including rickshaw pullers, beggars, and orphans, who can purchase iftar for a symbolic one-taka price. Those without any money receive it for free, with volunteers delivering the iftar to those in need.

On Sunday in Mirpur, Home Affairs Advisor Jahangir Alam urged traders not to increase the prices of essential goods during Ramadan. He pointed out that in other religious communities and Middle Eastern Muslim countries, prices are often lowered during festivals, while in Bangladesh, the opposite occurs. He noted that prices are already lower than last year and emphasized that maintaining stable prices without government intervention would be ideal. Regarding the arrest of two female smokers, he mentioned that they had thrown hot tea at bystanders when confronted, urging the public to remain calm in such situations.

Ignoring an immediate withdrawal order from the Home Affairs Advisor, the Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Chakaria Police Station, Manzur Kader Bhuiyan, was initially transferred to Ukhiya Police Station. However, following widespread criticism, he was withdrawn within 24 hours. The issue arose after journalists accused the OC of abduction and torture during a press briefing in Cox’s Bazar. The advisor, Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, ordered his dismissal on the spot, but instead, he was transferred. Amid public outrage, the Chattogram Range DIG, Ahsan Habib Palash, ordered his withdrawal and reassignment to the Chattogram Range Police on Sunday night.

Protesters have been staging a sit-in at Raju Sculpture in Dhaka University for 18 days, demanding the ban of the ruling Awami League and its allies, labeling them as fascist forces. The demonstration, which began on February 13 with a hunger strike by two Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal leaders, later saw participation from Biplobi Chhatra Parishad on February 15. Protesters have also been collecting signatures in support of their five-point demand for justice. In observance of Ramadan, the sit-in organizers have arranged communal Iftar gatherings, where fasting pedestrians are also joining.

On the first day of Ramadan, BNP leaders organized an iftar event with Islamic scholars and orphans, with Tarique Rahman joining virtually from London as the chief guest. In his pre-iftar speech, he extended Ramadan greetings and emphasized that fostering honesty and discouraging wrongdoing could help build the nation. He highlighted Ramadan’s teachings on patience, self-restraint, and standing by all of God's creations. He also called for discussions on whether Muslims worldwide could observe fasting and Eid on the same day in the era of modern science.

During an inspection of ongoing development work in Uttarkhan, Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Mohammad Ejaz assured that carpeting on the main road would be completed before Eid. He also mentioned that Dhaka WASA and DESCO have requested permission to dig up roads for water and electricity work. However, considering public inconvenience, DNCC has decided not to approve new road excavations during the monsoon season. Additionally, he highlighted the risks posed by unplanned building construction, calling it a major challenge to development.

On Saturday night, masked assailants attacked Nurul Kabir, the Secretary of Jamaat-e-Islami in Pekua, Cox’s Bazar. The attackers threatened him with sharp weapons and stole his mobile phone before fleeing. Kabir was hospitalized and later filed a complaint with the police. The assault took place as he was returning home from a mediation meeting, during which he was beaten with hockey sticks before the assailants escaped on motorcycles.

A violent incident in Rupganj, Narayanganj, occurred on Saturday night when gunmen fired at the home of Jubo Dal leader Shafiqul Islam Shafiq after he refused to pay extortion money. A passerby, Zafar Ali, was injured in the gunfire. According to Shafiq, a known local shooter named Riaz had been demanding $200,000 from him to purchase a vehicle. Upon his refusal, Riaz and 15-20 armed men attacked his home. Police have recovered bullet casings from the scene, while the accused have denied involvement.

A UK expatriate’s family in Sylhet has accused a local Chhatra League leader of trying to illegally occupy their house. The expatriate’s sister filed a complaint with the Sylhet Police Commissioner, alleging that the tenant—backed by the student leader—refused to vacate and instead demanded a $500,000 extortion payment. She claimed that the group issued threats when the demand was rejected. The Police Commissioner has ordered an investigation, directing the Deputy Police Commissioner to submit a report within 15 days. Despite repeated notices, the accused individuals have not complied, prompting authorities to consider stricter action.